1979 Buick Electra vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Buick Electra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (305 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. 1979 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1998 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1998 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Electra | Golf |
Year Released | 1979 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |